Making Nail Gems – Decorate the Nail

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Kirsty Meakin

Kirsty Meakin is one of the most renowned nail artists in the world today. With over 100 nail accolades, including Social Media Star of the Year 2021, Nail Artist of the Year 2012 and UK Nail Professional of the Year 2010, Kirsty has also been nominated for Nail Artist of the Year at the American Influencer Awards 2019.

Kirsty has been honing her nail skills for over 20 years after uncovering her creative powers at a Youth Training Scheme. The advancement of nail products has allowed Kirsty to explore her ability and passion for nail art and she is vastly recognised for her freehand and 3D nail art skills.

Kirsty’s innovative creations have been exhibited at the V & A museum art gallery in London after Kirsty was commissioned to do a nail art piece for the “power of making” exhibition. Kirsty is passionate about educating nail technicians and provides a wide range of courses for qualified technicians to push their skills further to be the best they can be. Kirsty has a busy and vibrant Youtube channel, which allows her to teach and inspire worldwide with no constraints. She has simultaneously expanded the Kirsty Meakin Brand to include a clothing line, gel polish system, and a host of professional accessories and products.

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Making Nail Gems - Decorate the Nail

Decorating your nails with the stunning gems you've created is where the real fun begins. With a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes at your disposal, the possibilities are endless. Kirsty gives examples of how she brings these gems to life on the nail considering different placement options for the gems to create intricate designs, patterns and clusters.

Experiment with mixing and matching different colors and sizes of gems to create a truly unique and eye-catching manicure. Whether going for a bold and dramatic look or something more subtle and understated, anything is possible now you have a wealth of homemade crystal at your disposal.

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Making Nail Gems – Experiment

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Kirsty Meakin

Kirsty Meakin is one of the most renowned nail artists in the world today. With over 100 nail accolades, including Social Media Star of the Year 2021, Nail Artist of the Year 2012 and UK Nail Professional of the Year 2010, Kirsty has also been nominated for Nail Artist of the Year at the American Influencer Awards 2019.

Kirsty has been honing her nail skills for over 20 years after uncovering her creative powers at a Youth Training Scheme. The advancement of nail products has allowed Kirsty to explore her ability and passion for nail art and she is vastly recognised for her freehand and 3D nail art skills.

Kirsty’s innovative creations have been exhibited at the V & A museum art gallery in London after Kirsty was commissioned to do a nail art piece for the “power of making” exhibition. Kirsty is passionate about educating nail technicians and provides a wide range of courses for qualified technicians to push their skills further to be the best they can be. Kirsty has a busy and vibrant Youtube channel, which allows her to teach and inspire worldwide with no constraints. She has simultaneously expanded the Kirsty Meakin Brand to include a clothing line, gel polish system, and a host of professional accessories and products.

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Making Nail Gems - Experiment

Prepare to delve into the art of creating mesmerizing nail gems with a range of innovative techniques designed and devised by Kirsty Meakin. From classic glossy top coats to vibrant colors and captivating chromes, join us on a journey of creativity and experimentation in the world of nail artistry.

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Making Nail Gems – Create, Fill & File

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Kirsty Meakin

Kirsty Meakin is one of the most renowned nail artists in the world today. With over 100 nail accolades, including Social Media Star of the Year 2021, Nail Artist of the Year 2012 and UK Nail Professional of the Year 2010, Kirsty has also been nominated for Nail Artist of the Year at the American Influencer Awards 2019.

Kirsty has been honing her nail skills for over 20 years after uncovering her creative powers at a Youth Training Scheme. The advancement of nail products has allowed Kirsty to explore her ability and passion for nail art and she is vastly recognised for her freehand and 3D nail art skills.

Kirsty’s innovative creations have been exhibited at the V & A museum art gallery in London after Kirsty was commissioned to do a nail art piece for the “power of making” exhibition. Kirsty is passionate about educating nail technicians and provides a wide range of courses for qualified technicians to push their skills further to be the best they can be. Kirsty has a busy and vibrant Youtube channel, which allows her to teach and inspire worldwide with no constraints. She has simultaneously expanded the Kirsty Meakin Brand to include a clothing line, gel polish system, and a host of professional accessories and products.

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Making Nail Gems - Create, Fill & File

Kirsy Meakin takes nail art to a new and exciting level In this guide to creating your own nail gems. Create your own stunning nail crystals at your nail desk in any size and style using this clever technique devised by Kirsty. Follow as Kirsty takes you through each step of the process, from preparing the base to molding the crystals and perfecting the final result. Get ready to unleash your creativity and elevate your nail game with these homemade gems.

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Boho-Style Nails

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Sarah Petersen

Co-owner of Salon Legacy in Rolla, Missouri & international principal educator for Artistic Nail Design, Sarah Petersen has turned her passion for art & nailcare into a burgeoning business & has enjoyed many highs during her 15- year career. Talented, ambitious, self-enthused & motivated are just a few words that describe Sarah. At 38-yearsold, she’s a successful nail artist, salon owner & educator. Not content to own & run a salon while nurturing a young family, Sarah completed educator training in 2014 to become an international Artistic Nail Design educator. “I’m thrilled to be part of the Artistic educator team, as I find teaching very rewarding, & it’s been a career-long passion of mine,” Sarah enthuses. Constantly educating herself & enhancing her skills, Sarah has made it her mission to continue to grow & develop her skill set in order to expand in & with the nail industry.

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SAMANTHA & SAMUEL SWEET

Samuel & Samantha Sweet share the story of how they met, fell in love & journeyed through the nail industry together. With a focus on education & serving the nail pro, this dynamic husband & wife team has put nails at the center of their partnership for more than two decades.

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PEDICURE [PED-ih-kyoor]

What it is: A cosmetic service performed on the feet by a licensed cosmetologist or nail professional. Can include exfoliating the skin and callus reduction, as well as trimming, shaping and polishing toenails; a pedicure often includes foot massage and can have luxury add-ons for a more specialist treatment such as paraffin wax, heated booties, masques.
Why to use it: A therapeutic service that removes dead and hard callused skin, while shaping and treating toenail conditions. Can be cosmetic and for pampering purposes as well as for physical improvement.

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NAIL POLISH [neyl-pol-ish]

What it is: AKA lacquer, enamel. A bottle & brush formula of polymer resins, plastisizers, solvents & pigments that create a hard, flexible nail coating.
How to use it: Used to beautify or strengthen the nail.

How to apply it: Most often used with a base coat, then 2 layers of color, then finished with a shiny or matte top coat.

How to remove it: Apply acetone or polish remover on a cotton pad, then gently press to the nail & slowly pull off the nail polish towards the free edge.

How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place & keep away from heat & light.

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